Technical Intern, Geotechnical Summer 2027
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger•Waltham, MA
•$29 - $37•Onsite
About The Position
Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is seeking current students for a Summer 2027 Geotechnical Engineering Internship in our Waltham office. As a Geotechnical Engineering Intern, you will work side-by-side with industry-leading experts in the office and the field to gain hands-on experience while applying classroom knowledge to real-world challenges.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled and plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
- Interest in geotechnical engineering.
- Maintain high grades in their studies.
- Interest in learning through hands-on work experience in a consulting engineering environment.
- Enthusiastic about the challenges of developing sophisticated engineering work products in an atmosphere of high professionalism.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Assist with and develop your engineering skills on a breadth of projects that may include: Engineering investigations, analyses, and design of structures include deep and shallow foundations, ground improvement systems, earth retaining structures, excavation support systems, and adjacent construction.
- Analyses related to soil settlement, slope stability, soil dynamics, groundwater flow, and seepage. Evaluate earthen embankments/dams/reservoirs, tunnels, asphalt, and concrete pavements.
- Analyses and forensic evaluations of failed or deteriorated structures.
- Support construction operations for contractors, including new construction, rehabilitation, strengthening, and repair.
- Evaluation of litigation claims projects.
- Collaborate with SGH’s Marine, Flood, Engineering Mechanics, Structural, and Building Technology groups on slope and shoreline stabilization, retaining wall systems, footing drainage systems, sub-slab dewatering systems, floodproofing, plaza drainage systems, and many other exciting projects.
- Organize field data and assist with research to facilitate analysis, problem-solving, and repair design.
- Perform analysis under the guidance of licensed professionals using a combination of hand calculations and analysis software.
- Assist with preparing client deliverables, including construction documents, specifications, and written reports.
Benefits
- medical insurance
- paid holidays
- sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
